Online Resources

Cancer Support Community programming will be offered online until June 30, 2020. You can find many of our online resources below!

Support

If you are looking for support locally and want to speak to someone by phone call Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis at 314-238-2000. Leave a message and a member of the program team will return your call within the day. You can also email us at info@cancersupportstl.org.

If you need immediate support call the Cancer Support Helpline. Counselors and resource specialists can be reached by phone at 1-888-793-9355 or live chat. Hours are Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. ET as well as Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET.

Open to Options is an individualized support counseling program where we can help you make a decision about a treatment plan that is right for you. We can help you build a list of important questions, concerns, goals, and priorities related to your treatment in preparation for an appointment with your physician. Contact Kelly O’Neal, MSW, LCSW at 314-238-2000 ext. 230 to learn more.

New Member Meeting • Third Thursdays • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM • Via Zoom - This month's meeting will be April 23rdNew to CSC? This introduction meeting allows people with cancer, their family and friends and the bereaved an opportunity to discover our programs and learn ways to be empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community.

By registering, you’ll have the option to save the online support group dates to your personal electronic calendars during the registration process. Your confirmation email will also receive a password for the meeting. New to Zoom? View instructions here.

Calm is offering meditations, relaxation, sleep stories, and more, all to help you stay grounded and support your emotional and mental well-being! Check out their free resource page here.

The Power of Mindfulness: A Deeper Look • May 19, May 26, June 2 • 10:00 AM - NOON • Via ZoomThis 3 week series will provide information on the benefits of mindfulness and meditation for the body and brain, allow you to experience and participate in mindfulness exercises, breathing meditations and guided imageries, and will offer tips to help you establish your personal practice and skills to reduce stress and increase the experience of peace and well-being in your life. Program brought to you in partnership with Mercy Hospital.

As we navigate through these uncertain times, you may be feeling a little more anxious than usual. Check out this amazing tool to help you build resilience during this difficult time - Coronavirus Anxiety Workbook.

Resource/Referral

MyLifeLineempowers cancer patients and caregivers to build an online support community to encourage connection, inspiration, and healing by receiving social, emotional and practical care from loved ones. Create a personal webpage to connect with others on a similar journey, update family and friends on how you’re doing, learn about your specific type of cancer, and more.

The Cancer Experience Registry is a unique online community that allows people facing cancer to share their experience, identify the issues that impact their lives, take surveys, access resources and learn from each other.

Join Sharsheret as they build an online community with a variety of programming for women and families in treatment or survivorship, including interesting topics, expert speakers and impactful discussions.

Self-Care From Head To Toe webinar focuses on tools to help you manage distress including finding meaning in difficult times, managing fear, and developing coping strategies for the road ahead.

Are you living with cancer and facing financial hardship? The Cancer Support Community’s Cancer Emergency Fund is providing financial assistance to individuals who need help with food, utilities, and other basic needs. For more information, call their toll-free number, 1-888-409-4166. To apply, visit: bit.ly/CSCEFund